Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 now available for preorder

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Apple unveiled the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 at its 'Surprise and Shine' event, alongside the new iPhone Duo. Both new smartwatches closely resemble their predecessors in design but feature notable internal upgrades. Pricing remains unchanged from the previous generation for both watch models. Apple did not announce a new SE model for 2026, leaving the SE 3 as the current budget option. Preorders are now open for those interested in either of the two new Apple Watch models.

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